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Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley is a charming indie farming scene that took the world by storm. After inheriting a run-down farm from their grandfather, the player moves to Stardew Valley to start a new life away from the city. Grow crops, raise animals, befriend the villagers, and discover the secrets the valley has to offer.

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Stardew Valley
RPG
Simulation
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 90/100 Critics Rec: 99%
Released
February 26, 2016
ESRB
E for Everyone (Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Simulated Gambling, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco)
Developer(s)
ConcernedApe
Publisher(s)
ConcernedApe
Engine
Proprietary

Multiplayer
Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
Platform(s)
Xbox One, Android, iOS, PS4, Switch
How Long To Beat
53 Hours

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